Economic policy
This section reports on economic policy initiatives of the Czech government, the EU, and other entities that have a direct impact on the competitiveness of the country. It also includes information on economic priorities of the AmCham and other leading associations.
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ING Czech Republic: Czech inflation decelerates amid lower food prices
Inflation decelerated to 2.3% in July from 2.6% in the previous month. This weaker print was driven mainly by lower food prices but core inflation accelerated further. This is no game changer for the central bank's hawkish outlook for this year.
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ING Bank Czech Republic: Czech unemployment rate rises, but so do job vacancies
The Czech unemployment rate rose slightly in July, an often-seen seasonal effect. But the labour market is still tight and job vacancies increased to new historical highs.
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E15.cz: Cryptocurrencies do not exist, blockchain is the future, says Jean Lemierre, Chairman of the Board of Directors of BNP Paribas
One of the largest European banks, the French BNP Paribas, strengthens its activities in the Czech Republic. With its new Hello bank brand it targets young clients and cooperates with fintech companies. "The Bank is designed to expand the use of digital technologies that are popular with young people. We are doing the same in Germany," says BNP Paribas Chairman Jean Lemierre to E15.cz
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